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SOCIAL HIGHLIGHTS gives you a fantastic opportunity to social- one of the hip restaurants in the nearby

ize, share a cocktail, and explore the new- Gaslamp Quarter. There’s nothing like
Monday, April 29 est products and services from our industry après after the last chair!
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. suppliers. This format lets you take time
Welcome Reception to explore new offerings for your ski area Thursday, May 2
PROMENADE PLAZA in a relaxed, social environment. Enjoy an 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Kick off the convention and tradeshow adult beverage and light appetizers before NSAA Golf Tournament
by connecting with friends and industry heading out to explore the vibrant dining STEELE CANYON GOLF CLUB
associates at our welcome reception. scene in San Diego. (Pre-registration required)
Enjoy hors d’oeuvres, local craft beers, One of San Diego's finest golf clubs, Steele
and cocktails while celebrating the suc- Wednesday, May 1 Canyon is a 27-hole championship golf
cesses of your season. Join us outside on 6:15 a.m. – 7:30 a.m. course designed by Gary Player, one of
the spacious Promenade Plaza for views of Crack of Dawn Yoga history’s greatest golfers. Player designed
the San Diego Bay and tastings from local PROMENADE PLAZA the course with great respect and appreci-
breweries. Casual chic attire is perfect for All are welcome to join HKD Snowmakers ation for the natural beauty of the terrain.
this event. as the sun rises for a yoga class to start Since opening for play, Steele Canyon has
your second morning in the Promenade been celebrated as one of California’s most
Tuesday, April 30 Plaza among the palm trees. Yoga mats will exciting golf courses. From the dramatic
7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. be provided for the first 50 participants. elevation changes of the Canyon nine to
Bosch eBike Demo Ride Swing by our booth or email sophie@ the subtle nuances of the Vineyard nine,
PROMENADE hkdsnowmakers.com if you plan to join. and the total seclusion of the Ranch nine,
Curious about eBikes? Join us for a morn- Healthy refreshments will be available any combination will make for a wonderful
ing demo ride at the Bayfront. Bosch eBike after the class. day of golf.
Systems is providing the bikes, helmets,
and instructions. If you haven’t tried an 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
eBike before, take advantage of this NSAA Awards Reception Breakfast & Good-byes
opportunity to see for yourself why they SAPPHIRE BALLROOM PROMENADE PLAZA
are becoming so popular so quickly, and This year’s awards reception brings Wrap up your “con-ventures” with a hearty
how they can change the game for together the best campaigns and edu- breakfast before you catch your flight
recreation accessibility. cation efforts in our industry. Come to home or head out to explore more of the
celebrate the winners of NSAA’s Golden city. Stop by the Promenade Plaza to grab
4:30 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. Eagle, Marketing, Safety, and Growth a bite, reflect, and share a few stories from
NSAA’s Next Generation Awards, and cheers with your peers. Get your time in San Diego. And, don’t forget
Leaders Reception inspired by these top sustainability, mar- to start planning for next year’s Convention
SAPPHIRE TERRACE keting, safety, and growth initiatives, and at the Omni Amelia Island Plantation Resort
NSAA is bringing the brightest minds in get motivated to expand your program- in Florida!
the ski industry together—both the next ming for next season. Host Halley O’Brien
generation of leaders as well as long-time will lead us through vignettes showcasing 8:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
industry icons. Young attendees looking to our nominees as our winners collect their Electric Mountain Bike
advance their knowledge of the industry are trophies. Have some fun with us this night (eMTB) Experience
invited to come and mingle, connect with to celebrate this exceptional work before Pre-registration required – shuttles board at
other future leaders, trade stories, and get heading out to celebrate your season. Promenade Level 1 (Gull Street entrance)
to know NSAA Board members. If you’ve beginning at 8:30 a.m.
enjoyed a long career in the ski industry, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Hit the trails with the crew from Bosch
please come meet some new faces and Final Night Reception eBike Systems and see why more and
share your experiences with them. SAPPHIRE TERRACE more resorts are adding eBikes to their
Celebrate the NSAA award winners and bike park programs. The shuttle ride to
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. say goodbye to the city at our final night Los Peñasquitos Canyon is about a half-
Tradeshow Reception reception. Enjoy scenic views overlooking hour, Bosch is providing the eBikes, hel-
SAPPHIRE BALLROOM the bay while you sip on cocktails and mets, and refreshments, and we’ll shuttle
After a day of sessions, talking with wrap up the Convention. Light appetiz- you back to the hotel shortly after noon.
colleagues, and absorbing great ideas, ers will be served to carry you over until This is your chance for a fun, first-hand
the Tuesday night tradeshow reception you head out to dinner with your crew at experience with eMTBs.

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